China’s appetite driving rice export growth as demand continues to outstrip supply Cambodian rice exports increased marginally during the first half of the year as export companies push to fulfil higher quotas destined for China. […]
Malaysian banks must change to stay competitive Malaysian banks must constantly evolve and make necessary changes to stay competitive as more foreign banks make their way into the country, says Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Othman […]
Temasek Holdings announces record net portfolio value of S$275b Temasek Holdings announced on Tuesday (Jul 11) a record net portfolio value of S$275 billion (US$197 billion) as at end-March 2017, up from S$242 billion (US$180 […]
When it comes to Malaysians online reading habits websites focusing on food, beauty, and travel dominate the list; the list of the Top 50 Blogs from Malaysia for 2017 by Asean Up, a ‘digital platform forming part of the EYE3 […]
REITs could offer investors a piece of the real estate boom The Kingdom’s property sector is booming, but investment in commercial real estate and high-grade rental assets is capital-intensive, providing few opportunities for smaller investors. […]
MAHB Records 11.9 Per Cent Passenger Growth In June 2017 Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd’s (MAHB) network of airports, including Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (Istanbul SGIA), recorded 10.2 million passengers in June 2017, an 11.9 […]
Business travel spending in Singapore to grow faster than world average BUSINESS travel spending for Singapore is projected to grow by 4.3 per cent this year – slightly above the global average – to S$17.2 […]
Tax Department Delays VAT on Microfinance Institutions The Finance Ministry’s general department of taxation will delay implementing a new provision meant to clarify financial services for which the value-added tax (VAT) is required, after microfinance […]
Steel sector to see healthy push from upcoming projects Malaysia’s steel sector has been viewed positively by analysts as the industry is expected to see a healthy boost in demand from upcoming infrastructural projects such […]
GIC sees steady long-term returns amid cautious portfolio stance Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC has delivered steady long-term returns despite maintaining a cautious investment stance in an environment of high uncertainty and low expected returns, […]
Cambodia ‘Needs 1 Million More Homes By 2030’ Cambodia needs to build some 1 million more homes by 2030 in order to meet the demands of a booming population, a minister has said. — VOA […]
Report: Malaysia’s cybersecurity is third best globally Malaysia is ranked third among 193 countries in terms of its commitment to cybersecurity, according to the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2017. — The Star Online Tourism Tax: […]